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Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston · 1 day ago

Cabrini | Paralegal, UC

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston is seeking a Paralegal for their Unaccompanied Minor Program to provide legal support to detained unaccompanied minors. The role involves conducting legal screenings, preparing case files, and assisting attorneys with client representation and court appearances.

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Responsibilities

Prepare and conduct “Know Your Rights” presentation with Vera-approved script to newly arrived unaccompanied minors in ORR shelters

Conduct legal screenings on newly arrived unaccompanied minors, identify potential legal relief in consultation with attorneys or Accredited Representative, maintain updated information on Vera database and Cabrini client database

Compile client files for detained dockets, contact court administrative staff to update the list of minors on upcoming dockets, prepare docket list for attorneys or Accredited Representative appearing on detained dockets and other tasks to adequately prepare for Cabrini Center’s appearance on detained dockets

Assist attorneys and Accredited Representatives in conducting follow-up client interviews to collect information to help discern eligibility for immigration relief, prepare and update client case files and client databases, collect, compile, and organize supporting documents for client cases, translate documents between Spanish and English, and draft, prepare and file correspondence and pleadings under the direction of attorneys or Accredited Representatives

Assist in preparing clients for court hearing and USCIS interviews, perform interpretations at USCIS, asylum office, and other interviews

Maintain case information on case management systems (such as LLX, attorney spreadsheets), update attorney calendars on cases, maintain, organize, and update case flies of clients

Perform case management tasks on clients' cases and records, including file progress notes, correspondence, calendars, and dockets

Maintain case management database, generate statistical report, correct data entry to provide an accurate database on client information, case processes and caseload information

Attendance and participation is mandatory in team meetings, Cabrini staff meetings, and other agency meetings

Participate in calls and meetings organized by funders, city-wide advocacy groups, and local service providers when appropriate and helpful

Comply with all contract requirements

Provide data and statistical information for grant, contract, and other reporting purposes

Provide accurate and timely monthly data, time logs, and reports for internal use, funder, and other entity use

Participate In trainings, webinars, meetings, calls, etc., as required by funders

Participate in community outreach and legal education activities, including Charla and other community events, prepare community legal education materials on immigration issues

Perform other duties as assigned by the legal Director and Managing Attorneys such as assisting with in-house meetings and trainings, coordinate with community partners, engage in coalition activities, participate in staff and agency retreats, assist with special events

Qualification

Paralegal CertificateLegal research skillsBilingual in SpanishLegal writing skillsMS Office proficiencyOrganizational skillsMulti-cultural sensitivityVerbal communicationWritten communicationConfidentiality